Earring Hole Repair
Wearing earrings is an integral part of an Indian woman's attire. Ears are pierced to wear earrings at a very tender age and the ear lobes are never empty during an Indian woman's lifetime. Although with time, this often leads to the elongation of the earring hole or in some cases tear of the lobule due to the pull caused by heavy earrings. This condition can be very safely and easily repaired and the ear lobule can be reshaped by a simple reconstructive surgical procedure.
Candidacy
- Those with torn ear lobules
- Those with elongated earring holes
- Those with altered ear lobule shape
Procedure
Anaesthesia: Performed under local anaesthesia
Duration of procedure: The procedure takes from 20 to 30 minutes to repair one ear. Both ears can be taken care of in the same session.
Inpatient/Outpatient Procedure
It is usually an outpatient procedure, that is, the patient can go home the same day.
- There is mild swelling and redness which settles within 2-3 days.
- The dressing has to be kept for 24 hours
- Stitches are removed in 7-10 days
- The ear can be re-pierced in 2-4 weeks. However, heavy earrings should be avoided for at least three months.
The results are immediately visible. The benefit stays for a long term if proper care is taken.
Schedule a Consultation
To schedule a private consultation please call us or request an appointment with Dr. Sandeep Sharma and one of our assistants will be happy to help you.